2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage. 2011 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2000 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2000 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sportage | F-250 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3967 mm |